Clearance Sale! Wool Bag- Sleeved Cotte

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Colors and Fabrics

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Our Design

Historical Inspirations

In the 14th century clothing moved away from simple variants of the tunic towards sleek, elegant lines that emphasized the human form. Beginning mid-century, the man's cotte made a particularly radical departure from earlier fashions. The new garment was shorter (mid-thigh to knee length) than the old surcotte or tunic, with a more fitted body and, for the first time, a full length, buttoned front closure. This new garment became popular with noble and townsman alike, remaining fashionable well into the 15th century, while also giving rise to the more extreme cotehardie.
Our cotte is based on contemporary artwork from a variety of sources. We have retained all of the classic elements of the historical design: long, full sleeves that flares at the elbow and taper to the wrists, a body that flares at the hips, and cast brass buttons based on a contemporary pattern and arranged in a uniquely medieval placement. As was done in the 14th century, this cotte can be worn alone over a linen shirt, or beneath a houpelande. Revival bag-sleeved cottes are available in wool - the ubiquitous fabric of medieval Europe. All the colors are lined in a neutral tan linen which makes for a substantial garment.

Two views of our Wool Cotte in Brown Tweed worn with a Green Wool Hood, Red Wool Chauses, Garters and Ankle Boots

Two views of our Wool Cotte in Burgundy worn with Charcoal Wool Chauses, Garters, Decorated Belt, and Ankle Boots

Black/White Tweed, Brown Tweed, Black, Charcoal, Blue, Burgundy Tweed,
Medium Blue, Brown, Oatmeal

Black/ White Tweed -a white and black herringbone twill
Brown Tweed -a rich brown with flecks of gold and burgundy
Charcoal -a dark grey herringbone
Blue -a true rich royal blue
Burgundy Tweed -a deep wine color with flecks of Gold and Green